The La Flor Dominicana Suave Alcalde stands out as a mild-bodied lonsdale from a brand better known for powerhouse smokes. Priced at $184.50 per box of 25, this 6.5" x 44 cigar features a Connecticut Shade wrapper covering Dominican binder and filler tobaccos. Unlike LFD's typical full-strength profile, the Alcalde delivers approachable notes of cream and nuts with remarkable combustion stability.
The cold draw reveals faint cedar shavings. Initial combustion brings smooth cream textures laced with roasted cashews. Thin but stable smoke output, perfect for retrohaling without nasal burn.
Sweetness intensifies into brown sugar territory while maintaining balance. A coffee bean core emerges alongside toasted oak, accompanied by visible oil rings on the wrapper. Combustion remains razor-sharp despite moderate smoke density.
Hints of baking spices surface without overpowering the mild profile. The last inch develops subtle minerality rather than typical LFD pepper blasts. Minimal tar buildup allows smoking down to the nub.
Rolled in LFD's Santiago factory using Dominican Cibao Valley tobaccos aged in Caribbean climate. The Connecticut wrapper undergoes extended fermentation to develop its signature sheen. Triple-seam cap construction ensures consistent draw, while the compact 44 ring gauge allows slower combustion ideal for mild flavor development.
Morning smokers seeking gentle nicotine levels will appreciate its mellow character. Not for those chasing LFD's typical intensity - better suited as a transitional cigar between stronger smokes or an introduction to Dominican tobaccos. Performs exceptionally with coffee drinks, cutting through milk-based beverages without flavor clash.
